Who is this choice relevant to?

Cyclists who want a light bite shortly before setting off

A whole currant bun might feel like too much just before a ride. A half bun or a smaller size lets you tailor the portion to when you’re eating and what feels right for you.

Endurance cyclists who want to take everyday food with them

For a longer, more intense ride, you’ll want to compare the carbohydrates in each bun. Whether a currant bun is practical to eat on the go, and what you drink with it, are also worth factoring into your plans.

Small households that don’t eat currant buns every day

If you’re buying a bag with several buns, the pack size and storage instructions matter. Freezing individual portions may be a good option if you won’t eat the rest soon.

What should you look for when buying?

First, decide when you want to eat the currant bun. Then compare the portion size, the number of buns in the pack and the nutritional information on the label.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this most important for?
Portion before setting off Compare the weight of a whole bun, half a bun or a smaller size with when you plan to eat it. If I want a bite shortly before setting off, I don’t want to take a larger portion than feels comfortable. Around 33% of consumers put portion size first.
Carbohydrates during a long ride Check the carbohydrates per bun or per portion you’ll actually eat, and consider whether the bun is practical to eat on the go. On a long, intense ride, I want to know how many carbohydrates my portion contains and whether I can eat it on the way. For around 25% of consumers, carbohydrates are their main concern when buying.
Stocking up without waste Check how many buns are in the bag and the storage and freezing instructions for the variety you’ve chosen. I don’t eat currant buns every day and want to avoid the rest of the bag going stale. Around 25% of consumers put reducing waste first.
Ingredients and nutritional information Read the allergen information and compare fibre and salt per portion; check any wholemeal claim on the pack. If I pay attention to ingredients, I want to know which allergens are present and how much fibre or salt the bun contains before buying. Around 17% of consumers put label information first.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a whole bun is always the obvious choice just before setting off

    The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against eating a large meal just before exercise. With a currant bun, too, it makes a difference how much you eat and how long you have before setting off.

    Try a half bun, a smaller bun or a whole bun during a regular training session to see what feels right at that time.

  • Comparing carbohydrates per 100 g only

    You won’t necessarily eat 100 g. Jumbo lists 54.1 g of carbohydrates per 100 g for its raisin and currant bun, compared with 35.2 g per 65 g bun.

    When comparing products, use the value per portion and adjust it if you’re eating only part of the bun.

  • Buying a large bag without a storage plan

    A pack with several buns isn’t always right for a small household that only cycles now and then. Buns left for too long may no longer be suitable to eat.

    Choose a quantity you’ll eat in good time, or freeze individual portions according to the instructions on the pack.

  • Assuming all currant buns have the same ingredients

    The name ‘currant bun’ doesn’t tell you whether a variety is wholemeal or which allergens it contains. The Jumbo and PLUS varieties described contain wheat and milk.

    Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, especially if that information is important to your choice.

Brands to compare

For each brand, compare the specific pack size and the information for the variety you want to buy. A brand name alone doesn’t tell you about portion size or ingredients.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists currant buns and muesli buns in a range of pack sizes.

  • Different quantities per pack give you the flexibility to buy an amount that suits your household.
  • Check the nutritional information and allergens on the page or pack for the specific currant bun; muesli buns are a different product, not an interchangeable variety.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists white wheat raisin and currant buns in a pack of six.

  • The listed 65 g bun contains 35.2 g of carbohydrates and 1.8 g of fibre per bun, so you can compare based on an actual portion.
  • This variety contains wheat and milk and is not labelled as wholemeal.

PLUS

PLUS lists standard currant buns in packs of six, as well as a variety called lekker lang lekker in packs of eight.

  • For its six-pack variety, PLUS says you can freeze the buns on the day of purchase and use them within one month.
  • The varieties described contain wheat and milk; check the full allergen information for the exact variety too.

ALDI

ALDI lists raisin and currant buns in packs of six.

  • The pack size is easy to compare with other six-packs.
  • Check the current label to assess the ingredients, allergens and nutritional values of this variety.

Lidl

Lidl lists currant buns in bags of six, available in store.

  • The listed pack size helps you decide how many buns to buy at once.
  • Check availability in store and read the label on the pack you buy.

Bolletje

Bolletje sells rusks, crackers and other breakfast and snack products, among other things.

  • The brand may be relevant if you’re also comparing other products for your mealtime.
  • Don’t assume that other products in the range tell you anything about a currant bun; compare the specific product pack instead.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I eat a currant bun just before cycling?

Yes, if the portion and timing feel right for you. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against eating a large meal just before exercise, so try half or a whole bun during a regular training session first rather than on a ride where you want to plan your mealtime precisely.

When is it important to check the carbohydrates in a currant bun?

The amount per actual portion is especially useful to compare when planning food for a longer, more intense bike ride. Also consider whether the bun will be easy to eat on the go, and plan your drinks separately. The nutritional value for one brand won’t necessarily be the same for another.

How should I store currant buns if I won’t eat a whole bag soon?

Freeze any portions you won’t eat in good time, following the instructions for your pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says opened currant buns can be kept for 2–4 days in a kitchen cupboard and 1–3 months in the freezer; their quality may deteriorate if frozen for longer. For its six-pack variety described here, PLUS advises freezing the buns on the day of purchase and using them within one month.

Are currant buns automatically wholemeal?

No. The Jumbo and PLUS currant buns described are made with white wheat flour. Check for a wholemeal claim and read the ingredients for the exact product; don’t use the fibre values for wholemeal bread as the nutritional values for a currant bun.

Which allergens should I check in a currant bun?

Always read the allergen information on the exact pack. The product information described for Jumbo and PLUS lists wheat and milk, but ingredients and warnings may vary or change between varieties.